Winery RupestroMerlot - Sangiovese
Red wine
This wine is a blend of 2 varietals which are the Sangiovese and the Merlot.
In the mouth this red wine is a with a nice balance between acidity and tannins.
This wine generally goes well with poultry, beef or veal.
Taste structure of the Merlot - Sangiovese from the Winery Rupestro
Light | Bold | |
Smooth | Tannic | |
Dry | Sweet | |
Soft | Acidic |
In the mouth the Merlot - Sangiovese of Winery Rupestro in the region of Umbria is a with a nice balance between acidity and tannins.
Food and wine pairings with Merlot - Sangiovese
Pairings that work perfectly with Merlot - Sangiovese
Original food and wine pairings with Merlot - Sangiovese
The Merlot - Sangiovese of Winery Rupestro matches generally quite well with dishes of beef, pasta or veal such as recipes of cataplana with seafood, spaghetti cacio e pepe or capon stuffed with morels.
Details and technical informations about Winery Rupestro's Merlot - Sangiovese.
Discover the grape variety: Sangiovese
Originally from Italy, it is the famous Sangiovese of Tuscany producing the famous wines of Brunello de Montalcino and Chianti. This variety is registered in the Official Catalogue of Wine Grape Varieties, list A1. According to recent genetic analysis, it is the result of a natural cross between the almost unknown Calabrese di Montenuovo (mother) and Ciliegiolo (father).
Last vintages of this wine
The best vintages of Merlot - Sangiovese from Winery Rupestro are 2011, 2009, 2006, 2005 and 2010.
Informations about the Winery Rupestro
The Winery Rupestro is one of of the world's greatest estates. It offers 4 wines for sale in the of Umbria to come and discover on site or to buy online.
The wine region of Umbria
Umbria, in CentralItaly, is a region of lush hills, hilltop villages and iconic historic towns. The latter are exemplified by Orvieto and Assisi. At the very heart of the Italian peninsula, it is surrounded by Tuscany, Marche and Lazio. It is in fact the only Italian region without a coastline or international border.
The word of the wine: Hairy
A sensual and complete wine that leaves a sensation of balance and fullness in the mouth.
